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Hey guys
Did anyone noticed that new 3series is missing LED turn signals(blinkers), outgoing model had both front and back in LED, but new 3 series carries just one bulb. I asked dealer and they had no answers. He said my comments will be passed on to headoffice.
In 2013 when every manufacturer is (KIA/Hyundai) are bringing LED, why would BMW shy away?
We may see LED blinkers in 3 years when current 3 series gets face lift - may be that's the reason BMW left for future face lift, not a good idea. IMO it will add to the great looks of current 3 series.

Hey guys
Did anyone noticed that new 3series is missing LED turn signals(blinkers), outgoing model had both front and back in LED, but new 3 series carries just one bulb. I asked dealer and they had no answers. He said my comments will be passed on to headoffice.
In 2013 when every manufacturer is (KIA/Hyundai) are bringing LED, why would BMW shy away?We may see LED blinkers in 3 years when current 3 series gets face lift - may be that's the reason BMW left for future face lift, not a good idea. IMO it will add to the great looks of current 3 series.

I think you answered your own question. BMW will use the upgrade in a few years to entice new buyers. Early buyers lose out. Like you, I don't care for this marketing strategy.

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That's not a BMW part number. BMW part numbers are either seven or eleven characters.

I got that part # off of the suggested Sylvania link.
My bad on that.
Please lead me in the right direction to get led turn signal for my f30.
I was thinking about getting the silver bulb that blinks amber for turn signaling but I realize that when the lights are on low beam (my f30 doesn't have xenon ), the turn signal is constantly on so it would show the amber color that I only want to show when I signal.

I just saw a Kia Rio today with full LED turn signals and I am sure they will look great on F30 as well, BMW will bring them back with facelift in 2015, but shame all 3 and 4 series will be missing until then. Whatever reason might be it is bad strategy to leave something so contemporary for future improvement in sport/luxury vehicle, hope BMW is listening.